Your Smile Says It All
Serving Santa Rosa and San Francisco, California
Republished from the website of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry website, www.AACD.com
Cosmetic Dentistry Can Give You the Smile of Your Dreams!
Thanks to advancements in modern dental care, more options are available today than ever before to give you a beautiful new smile at affordable costs. As with any dental procedure, AACD recommends that you consult with your AACD member dentist before undergoing any cosmetic dental treatment.
Today’s top cosmetic dentistry treatment options outlined in this brochure include:
Teeth Whitening
The number one requested cosmetic dental procedure, a variety of teeth whitening options are now available to patients in a wide range of prices. Dentist-supervised treatments remain the AACD recommended procedures for lightening discolored teeth.
Direct Bonding
An option for chipped or cracked teeth, dental bonding is a process in which an enamel-like material is applied to a tooth’s surface, sculpted into shape, hardened and then polished for an ideal smile.
Implants
Replacements for dentures, dental implants are a stronger, more attractive option for replacing missing or lost teeth. An anchor is placed in the patient’s jaw, and a life-like ceramic restoration is built around it and matched to the original tooth color.
Veneers
An increasingly popular procedure, veneers are ultrathin, custom-made laminates that are affixed directly to the teeth. They are a great option for closing gaps or disguising discolored teeth that do not respond well to whitening procedures.
AACD Recommendations When Seeking a Cosmetic Dentist
In order to make sure your dentist is skilled in cosmetic dentistry, AACD recommends that you research the following items before undergoing treatment. As is the case when undergoing any dental treatment, please consult with your AACD member dentist to find out which cosmetic dental procedure is right for you.
Membership in the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry
AACD is the world’s largest dental organization dedicated to excellence of cosmetic dentistry. Founded in 1984, the AACD has over 7000 members in the United States and more than 60 countries around the globe. AACD members seek out continuing education through lectures, workshops, and publications in order to keep up-to-date with all of the advancements in cosmetic dental techniques and technology.
Before and After Photos
Examine the cosmetic dentist’s treatment results on other patients to make sure his or her work fits your dental needs.
References
Get a sense from other cosmetic dentistry patients as to what type of quality care the dentist provides.
Continuing Education
Be certain that your dentist has taken continuing education courses to keep him or her up-to-date with the latest techniques in clinical cosmetic dentistry.
About the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry
The American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry is the largest international dental organization dedicated to advancing the art and science of cosmetic dentistry. Founded in 1984, the AACD has over 6000 members in the United States and more than 50 countries around the globe. Members of the Academy include cosmetic and reconstructive dentists, dental laboratory technicians, educators, researchers, students, hygienists, corporations and dental assistants. AACD members receive continuing education through lectures, workshops, and publications in order to keep up-todate with all of the advancements in cosmetic dental techniques and technology.
The AACD is committed to excellence in cosmetic dentistry. To find out more about cosmetic dentistry, call the AACD toll-free at 800.543.9220, or visit us online at www.aacd.com.
